Business/Commerce at Bethel University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Tennessee
Business/Commerce bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (10 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethel University | $40,100* | $78,478 | — | — |
| Christian Brothers University | $57,670* | — | $49,125 | 0.85 |
| Strayer University-Tennessee | $55,431* | $59,763 | $56,517 | 1.02 |
| Middle Tennessee State University | $40,100* | — | $24,450 | 0.61 |
| Belmont University | $39,325* | $55,388 | $24,000 | 0.61 |
| Austin Peay State University | $35,699* | $46,376 | $28,987 | 0.81 |
| National Median | $47,506* | — | $26,000 | 0.55 |
Other Business/Commerce Programs in Tennessee
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Tennessee schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Brothers University Memphis | $37,300 | $57,670 | $49,125 |
| Strayer University-Tennessee Memphis | $13,920 | $55,431 | $56,517 |
| Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro | $9,506 | $40,100 | $24,450 |
| Belmont University Nashville | $41,320 | $39,325 | $24,000 |
| Austin Peay State University Clarksville | $8,675 | $35,699 | $28,987 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Bethel University, approximately 31% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 5 similar programs in TN. Actual outcomes may vary.